The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
A recognizable middle school gymnasium whose plainspoken details ground the awkward humor and surprising sincerity of Spelling Bee.
Stephens College2023
Description
A recognizable middle school gym gave The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee its world at Stephens College. The scenic design needed to feel functional, slightly outdated, and full of community pride.
Wood-paneled walls, acoustic panels, basketball hoops, practical fixtures, and sponsor signage gave the room an institutional familiarity. A raised platform and bold competition banner made the spelling bee feel both ceremonial and modest.
Credits
Book byRachael Sheinkin
Conceived ByRebecca Feldman
Music and LyricsWilliam Finn
Directed byTodd Davidson
Scenic DesignBrandon PT Davis